Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Edmonton, AB
Summerside Child Care was founded in August 2007 by Bala Rao and Indira Rao, parents with extensive experience in early childhood education. Our center provides a secure, child-centered environment for children aged 12 months to 7 years, emphasizing holistic development through hands-on learning. Our team includes certified caregivers trained in CPR and Basic Life Support, ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere. We utilize a Whole Child Approach, fostering physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth through structured play and interactive activities. Parental involvement is encouraged through regular updates, homeroom discussions, and volunteer opportunities.Our facility features security personnel and a visitor log system to maintain a controlled environment. We offer flexible payment options and include two snacks and hot lunches in our fees, following Canada's Food Guide Standards. Our programs are designed to cultivate problem-solving skills, self-help abilities, and interpersonal communication. Located in Edmonton, Alberta, we provide before-and-after school transportation for an additional fee. With over 15 years of combined experience in childcare, we remain committed to delivering developmentally appropriate, cost-effective early education solutions.
Services
Childcare Programs
Arts & Crafts
Drama & Puppetry
Music & Band Activities
Outdoor Play
Pre-Reading Programs
Social Development
Science Exploration
Storytelling Sessions
Parent Involvement
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer a proven child-directed curriculum with daily hands-on learning activities
- Our staff includes certified caregivers with CPR and First Aid training
- We maintain a secure environment with visitor log systems and safety personnel
- Our Whole Child Approach develops cognitive, social, and physical abilities simultaneously
- We provide regular parental updates and involvement opportunities
Services
Childcare Programs
Our childcare programs serve children aged 12 months to 7 years with developmentally appropriate activities. We combine structured learning with free play to foster cognitive, social, and physical growth. Certified caregivers implement a Whole Child Approach that nurtures creativity and independent thinking through daily hands-on experiences.
Arts & Crafts
Daily arts and crafts sessions develop fine motor skills and creative expression. Children explore various materials and techniques under trained staff supervision. These activities promote problem-solving abilities and self-confidence while aligning with our holistic educational philosophy that emphasizes experiential learning through tactile engagement.
Drama & Puppetry
Drama and puppetry activities enhance language development and social-emotional skills. Children engage in role-playing and storytelling that stimulate imagination and interpersonal communication. These interactive sessions help build confidence and public speaking abilities while making learning enjoyable through creative self-expression.
Music & Band Activities
Our music programs include instrument exploration, singing, and rhythmic activities that develop auditory processing and coordination. Children participate in group band sessions that foster teamwork and musical appreciation. These activities support cognitive development and memory skills through engaging, multisensory learning experiences.
Outdoor Play
Daily outdoor play sessions promote physical development and nature exploration. Structured games and free play opportunities build gross motor skills and social interaction. Our secure outdoor spaces allow children to engage in active learning while developing environmental awareness and healthy lifestyle habits.
People
Bala Rao
Co-Founder
Co-founder of Summerside Child Care with extensive childcare experience. Provides strategic leadership in creating developmentally appropriate programs for young children.
Indira Rao
Co-Founder
Co-founder and former daycare teacher with an Early Childhood Education degree. Implements hands-on learning approaches and maintains high safety standards through Level III First Aid certification.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children aged 12 months to 7 years, with specialized programs tailored to different developmental stages.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain a secure facility with visitor logs, safety personnel, and CPR-certified staff to ensure child protection.
How do you involve parents?
Parents receive daily reports for infants, monthly program updates, and can participate in homeroom discussions and volunteer opportunities.
What educational approach do you use?
Our Whole Child Approach combines hands-on learning with structured activities to develop cognitive, social, and physical skills simultaneously.
Are meals included in the fees?
Yes, fees include two snacks and hot lunches following Canada's Food Guide Standards for child nutrition.
